December 2009

Welcome to the December edition of ELP. Apologies that we haven't had an edition for a couple of months, but as some of you are aware, there have been a number of changes: including the format of ELP which now provides the briefest of information with links to items on our new website.

The list of dates will no longer be circulated as the diary can be accessed directly from the website.

I would like to thank Bill, Andrew and Joanne for the changes to the website, a tremendous amount of work has been achieved in a relatively short period of time. It is still 'work in progress' and as such the team welcome constructive feedback, don't be shy!

My thanks also goes out to Janet Alderson-Perkins and team for a phenomenal effort before, during and after Christmas Experience. A fantastic event as always providing a magical and memorable experience for over 1000 visitors during the week.

County Office
County Office is now staffed by Sara, our County Administrator. Sara's core hours are 12 noon until 2pm, Monday to Friday. For those that need a reminder the contact details for County Office are: Bowley Campsite & Activity Centre, Dean Lane, Great Harwood, Lancashire BB6 7UN. Tel: 01254 877573 Fax: 01254 884551 Email: countyoffice@eastlancashirescouts.org.uk Website: www.eastlancashirescouts.org.uk

Carols around the Campfire
Join us at Bowley next Monday (21st Dec) for a 7pm start
http://www.eastlancashirescouts.org.uk/news/article-carols-around-the-campfire

Pride of Lancashire
Do you know someone who is persevering with their Scouting through adversity? Nominate them for an award now
http://www.eastlancashirescouts.org.uk/news/article-pride-of-lancashire

Recent County Appointments
Get up to speed with who's doing what in the County
http://www.eastlancashirescouts.org.uk/news/article-new-county-appointments

County Council Funding
If you work with 11-25 year olds we need your help urgently…
http://www.eastlancashirescouts.org.uk/news/article-county-council-funding

Presentation Evening
This will take place at Bowley on Saturday 20th February 2010 at 7 for 7.30pm.
Please submit details of the young people who have attained awards to County Office before the end of January
http://www.eastlancashirescouts.org.uk/news/article-presentation-evening

Annual Census
Yes, it's that time of year again!
http://www.eastlancashirescouts.org.uk/news/article-annual-census-31st-january-2010

Finally I hope you have a wonderful time over the festive period and come back re-energised and ready for the challenges that 2010 will undoubtedly bring!

Regards,
Glen Fendall
County Commissioner
East Lancashire Scouts